Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18
FairRichland County, North Dakota · 4 West of Wahpeton · Structure no. 0013387782
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18 is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18 in Richland County, North Dakota. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 52 years old, older than the North Dakota average of 48.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18 carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 13 over Drain 18?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.